White clothes are a basic and essential in any closet They are versatile, combine with everything and do not go out of style but also have their drawbacks: they get dirty easily and they get gray with the passage of time if they are not taken care of properly. Shirts that turn gray after washing, socks whose stains do not disappear or cuffs and collars that darken with use. For younger babies, it is also a common color especially in first-time clothes. If you want your clothes to be white like the first day, don't miss these simple tricks.
Pay attention to laundry
One of the keys so that the clothes are really white washed after washing lies in how we do the laundry. The main thing is separate clothes by colors, washing white separated from the rest. Although a priori it seems that they do not fade and the color does not change with the naked eye, white clothes may darken if washed with clothes of other shades. In addition, clothing is due wash upside down, to avoid those unsightly little balls that give it an old look.
It is also advisable to make a tissue separation, checking before the labels of the garments to make sure what program and temperature are more suitable. White clothes can be washed Maximum temperature indicated on the label, since the higher the temperature at which we wash, the more effective is the detergent. In this way, we make sure that the stains are removed and the clothes are whiter. Garments that are more prone to fungus, mold or mites, such as towels, sheets and socks, it is better to wash them in the washing machine with Hot water.
It is not convenient to overfill the drum of the washing machine. The load must be according to the kilos that it supports, so that the garments can move freely during washing and clean well, in addition to extending the life of our appliance. A good trick to know if we have put the correct load is to check that our hand fits open and raised in the drum, above the clothes. In the case of delicate garments or wool, half the drum must not be exceeded.
Whether you wash by hand or machine, make sure your clothes is perfectly rinsed. The white of the garments can be more opaque if there are remains of dirt or soaps in them, so you must make a good rinse of clothes
Tricks during drying
If washing the clothes correctly is very important, drying it well is no less. There are some small tricks that will help you get the clothes keep your original whiteness over time.
If you use dryer after laundry it is best to select a program of low temperature drying, so that colors do not suffer in the process. If, on the other hand, your clothes are dried outdoors, a highly recommended option if you live in areas with good weather and low humidity, you should know that the sun is a good bleach natural. The sun's rays help keep the white of the garments more alive and bright, preventing them from turning yellowish.
Use appropriate products
The most recommended for prolong the life of white clothes and to maintain an intense white is to use a powder detergent, since it contains specific ingredients based on active oxygen.
Bleach is also a good ally to maintain white clothes, in fact it is the most effective household bleach. In addition to returning the whiteness of the first day to the clothing, it reacts with difficult stains and persistent dirt, turning them into soluble substances easily removable with water and detergent. The use of bleach is recommended for white clothes and of light colors of cotton and synthetic fabrics, while it is necessary to avoid using it with delicate garments such as silk, wool or nylon.
Bleach allows to bleach and disinfect clothes even washing with cold water. In our country there is a clear tendency to wash at very low temperatures, but it should be borne in mind that at less than 40ºC, it is difficult to eliminate all germs, so it is necessary to wash at least 50 or 60ºC to ensure that clothing It is clean. However, using products such as Neutrex Futura, with natural and active salts, the whiteness and hygiene of the clothes is guaranteed.
In addition to recovering the whiteness of the first day, Neutrex Futura allows treat difficult stains, a small gesture that is also essential to keep clean and white clothes. To do this, it is advisable to put the stained clothes to soak as soon as possible, with water and a little bleach for 20 minutes, rinse it and put it in the washing machine.
If you want to wear a bright white in your clothes Remember to follow these small tips when washing and drying clothes, being the use of bleach very important, both to ensure a optimal hygiene as to maintain its whiteness.
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